LAMMA is the UK’s largest agricultural trade show, where over 850 exhibitors will host the most extensive array of farm machinery, equipment, and services to be found in one location anywhere in the UK.

“Although this does not meet the full extent of what NFU Cymru was asking for, it is nevertheless a good win for the sector following strong lobbying by the union.

Biosecurity

“I remind all poultry keepers to remain vigilant as we approach an increased risk in the transmission of AI.”

Whilst the disease is not currently present in the UK, it is present in Europe with outbreaks in Italy, Germany and Bulgaria.

The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) urged keepers to review their biosecurity measures and business continuity plans in light of suspected increased risk levels through the wild bird winter migratory season.

UFU poultry vice-chairman Ronnie Wells added: “Producers should familiarise themselves with DAERA’s guidance on good biosecurity and if you have any suspicion of disease within your flock you should contract your vet or the local DVO immediately.

“Poultry keepers can also sign up to the AI text alert service to receive immediate notifications of a disease outbreak. To subscribe they need to text BIRDS to 67300.”